Butternut Squash Chicken Chili {in the crockpot}

I’ve been seeing so many yummy looking soups and chili recipes around the blogosphere; I decided that it was time to dust off my crockpot and try something Fall inspired, Butternut Squash Chicken Chili in the Crockpot.

I don’t use my crockpot near enough. It makes meals so easy and fuss free. When I do use my crockpot, I usually cook my soups overnight, rather than during the day. That way the soup or chili has longer to sit and absorb all of the flavors. It also makes me a little nervous to have something cooking when no one is at home.

When I saw this butternut squash {organic and already chopped up} at Costco, I literally squealed in excitement. My kids couldn’t figure out what was so exciting about seeing a display of butternut squash. But if you’ve ever peeled and chopped it before…you know where I’m coming from. If you do have to peel the squash, it helps to roast it for about 10 minutes first. It softens things up and makes it so much easier to peel, slice and cube.

I love the slight sweetness from the squash combined with the savory chicken and veggies. An absolute perfect meal for those chilly Fall and Winter evenings. I so crave chili, soups and stews this time of year!

This recipe would also be great with a can of white beans added in, but in order to keep it Paleo friendly, I didn’t use any beans. It was so delicious paired with these paleo pumpkin muffins. A blast of Fall in your mouth!

Comments

I love this recipe! Such a different version of chili than I am used to! I love butternut squash too so I can’t wait to try it!Danielle @ clean food creative fitness recently posted…Paleo Coconut Flax Pancakes

I think I’m going to embrace the crockpot more than ever this year! It really is nice! Adding butternut squash to chili looks delicious–I have a similar recipe that’s made on the stove–I’ll have to try it in the slow cooker next time. And I agree, the website you referred to is a great reference for ideas.

This is so yummy! It is warm, but not too spicy. I did suffer the peeling and chopping of a whole butternut squash though :). I used bone broth instead of water and used raw tomatoes because i had them. I also added a can of garbonzo beans because I like them! I am very much looking forward to my lunches this week!

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